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Making Code Review Software Tools Help, Not Hinder

Software automation tools can be a boon for developers who are preparing for a code review, and they can take away a lot of the bookkeeping drudgework. But don't expect software tools to replace human evaluation skills.

How to Lead a Code Review

Your code review depends on ensuring the right people examine the software. Sure, the software developer who wrote the code needs to attend. But who else should participate in the meeting? Don't expect a lot of agreement.

How NOT to Run a Code Review

Code reviews can help software developers improve their software, but the process can go wrong. Oh, SO wrong. Here's where you'll find the biggest problems… and office politics is just the beginning.

What to Look for in a Code Review

You have all the right software developers in the conference room, ready to pore over the project's code. But now& what do you do? We share tips from experienced programmers.

Doing Spot-On Code Reviews with Remote Teams

When the entire team can't be in the same room–due to telecommuting, outsourcing, or the distributed nature of open source development–a code review has special challenges. Here's a few tips to deal with them.

5 Reasons for Software Developers to Do Code Reviews (Even If You Think They’re a Waste of Time)

The benefits of doing code reviews are far more than improved code quality. If someone on your team is reluctant to take the time to conduct a code review, print out this article and whack him over the head with it.

Running an Effective Code Review

Code reviews can be a frustrating waste of time, but they can be a worthwhile experience that contributes to team-building, improves the software, and oh yeah… is also fun.

Seven Keys to Choosing and Managing a Corporate Wiki

Selecting the right software delivery model, implementing a strong authentication system, and planning for mistakes are just a few keys to making sure your enterprise wiki implementation is a success.n

Tis’ the Season for Online Shopping and Holiday E-Threats

These tips will show you how to secure yourself from the latest onslaught of viruses and holiday cyber threats.

Vendor dealings: Spot the dollars on your way to finding those pennies

RIM Releases BlackBerry Media Sync for Mac (Preview); More Mac Tools for BlackBerry Due in ‘09

Personal Job Search Update

Season’s Greetings from the Enterprise Software Unplugged Readership to Me: “Author Is Clueless”

Who’s Your Work Wife?

Happy Holidays from the Mobile WorkHorse!

RIAs: The Missing Link in Your BI/CRM Strategy

Rich Internet Applications aren't just useful development design tools for enterprise software developers. RIAs can improve relations between IT departments and end users and, therefore, customer relationship management, argues Actuate's Ma

Microsoft’s 2008 Mistakes: Three Key Stumbles by the Software Giant

Despite looking to the future with a solid move toward cloud computing and a good year overall, Microsoft misstepped several times: Yahoo slipped away, it failed to bite back at Apple and Vista suffered from botched marketing.

Free BlackBerry Storm Apps: Seven Essential Downloads

RIM released its brand new touch screen BlackBerry Storm less than a month ago, but you can already find a number of quality mobile applications available for the device–and many of them won't cost you a dime. Here are our picks for the best se

5 Favorite Gmail Add-Ons

Maybe you already love Gmail from Google. But are you taking advantage of the free add-ons in Gmail Labs that turn this Web-based e-mail service from good to great? Here's a look at five favorites.

Offshoring and Outsourcing in 2009: What Does the Future Hold for the IT Services Industry

Companies looking to cut costs as the economic recession progresses means more outsourcing, but that rush to save money often means making bad deals you'll regret long term.

Palm Launches Software Store, Fails to Wow Users; Bad Omen for “Nova” OS?

Virtualization During Data Center Relocations: Just Say No

Microsoft Beware: 2009 Could Be Apple’s Year in the Enterprise

Android Getting More Biz Friendly with Docs to Go, RoadSync in ’09

BlackBerry Virtualization Video: BlackBerry OS In Action on Windows Mobile

Eurotech Launches BestNet VGA Extender in India

VMware Spreads Its Wings, Users Benefit

Two big pieces of news last week: VMware expanded its desktop virtualization strategy and released a set of management APIs for its ESXi (free) hypervisor. Here's what it means to you.

Why CIOs Need to Focus Their Attention on Growth

An open letter to CIOs from advisors and members of the CIO Executive Council advises focusing on customers and new market opportunities

Defining Lean

Nintendo Wii Repeats Gaming History Again: Defeats Supply Chain Critics

Taking The Time for Software Design

BlackBerry Virtualization: RIM OS Spotted on Windows Mobile (BlackBerry App Suite)

6 Questions to Ask Before Getting Contract IT Work Through a Staffing Company

CIO’s role in delivering green buildings

Sci-Fi Writers and Technology’s Future

What Science Fiction Writers Have Learned About Predicting The Future of Technology

Science fiction authors Larry Niven, Robert Sawyer, Nancy Kress and Charles Stross look back at looking forward. You might find a few lessons about encouraging innovation in your own company.

Salary Negotiation: How to Ask for a Raise During a Recession

Asking for a raise when the economy is bad can make you look out of touch and insensitive to your employer's business challenges. But in some situations, it might make sense to make a case for more money. Here's how to negotiate a raise dur

Social Networking Malware: Three Ways to Protect Yourself

Spammers and virus creators have found a new path into your PC: social networks such as Facebook and Myspace. Here are some easy steps you can take to stay safe.

Security Headlines from 2008: The Year In Review

From PCI compliance and virtualization to cyber warfare and SCADA, security expert Marcus Ranum offers his picks on the most important security and risk management headlines this year.

DRAM Companies in Taiwan, Energy Star in 2009, The Cloud and The Economic Crisis and More

This issue of Trendlines from the 1/1/09 Issue of CIO Magazine covers DRAM companies in Taiwan, Energy Star in 2009, The Cloud and The Economic Crisis and More

BlackBerry Curve 8350i: Is Sprint Getting the Short End of RIM’s Stick?

Big ERP Vendors Making Same Mistakes as Big Three Automakers

Palm “Nova” OS Hits CES in Jan: Too Little Too Late for Palm?

Should Your Next Notebook Be a Netbook?

Sub-$400 mini notebooks are selling briskly, even during these tough economic times, thanks to form factors and prices that are appealing for personal use. But netbooks aren't ready to replace an enterprise's corporate-sanctioned laptops, y

Time to Step Up

What to expect in 2009

New Year, New Start

A fond farewell to the readers of CIO

Outsourcing Is Poised for Growth Despite Economic Recession

Outsourcing and offshoring providers may soon get a boost. Businesses believe that they can take advantage of a more skilled workforce offered by the managed services market, while cutting costs for IT infrastructure, says Forrester Research.

Would You Pay for Facebook?

IT Careers: The Dangers of Getting Contract IT Work Through Staffing Agencies

Working for a staffing firm can be an effective way for unemployed IT professionals to connect with potential employers. But working for a staffing agency has serious downsides, too. IT workers should consider these six drawbacks before taking on a c

Windows XP: The Microsoft OS That Just Won’t Die

Users' desire to stick with Windows XP combined with Microsoft's strategy of charging XP downgrade fees are keeping the software giant from moving forward, say industry analysts.